Serving on a nonprofit Board of Directors can be a very fulfilling experience, though it is also work. Boards serve as the ultimate fiduciary (trusted steward) of the organization, with ultimate responsibility for the financial and strategic health of the org. Before saying yes, here are recommendations for three things to read and three things to ask, at a minimum. Be sure to speak the CEO, as well as current Board members separate from the CEO. The Three Documents to Read (